Shila - Deha, Shimla
Shila is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shila is 025355. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shila
According to the 2011 Census, Shila village had a total population of 349 people, including 171 males and 178 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.04%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 78.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 143 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Shila
Shila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shila
Shila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shila is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shila
Where is Shila located?
Shila village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shila?
The Gram Panchayat of Shila is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Shila?
The pincode of Shila is 171220.
What is the population of Shila?
Shila had a total population of 349, including 171 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Shila?
Shila had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shila was 86.04%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 78.71%.